Switchgrass

4000–6000

Dry matter (lbs/A)

5.4–7.0

Preferred pH

0

Total nitrogen (lbs/A)

Planting information

  • Planting window: September–November
  • Planting depth (in): 1–1 1/2
  • Seeding rate (lbs/A): 5–6
  • Length of stand (yrs): 5+
  • Days to germination: 7–10
Howard F. Schwartz, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org

Howard F. Schwartz, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org

Traits

Heat Tolerance
Drought Tolerance
Shade Tolerance
Flood Tolerance
Low Fertility Tolerance

Performance

Soil Builder
Erosion Fighter
Weed Fighter
Good Grazing
Quick Growth
Lasting Residue
Attract Beneficials
Bears Traffic